In celebration of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games Anisa, Shota, and Veronika have a discussion about the Paralympics. These three also touch on the difference between the Paralympics and the special olympics as well as some highlights from this year's games. For more information, check out the resources below and our Instagram page @tsvpod :) Resources: https://www.paralympic.org/frequently-asked-questions (paralympic.org ) https://www.specialolympics.org/about/our-mission?locale=en (https://www.specialolympics.org/about/our-mission?locale=en) https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2021/sep/02/a-be ..read more

This episode features a discussion between Shota and Sofia on the nature of America's whitewashed education system. The two explore topics like the Eurocentric nature of many Advanced Placement (AP) courses, the banning of Critical Race Theory in multiple states, and the dangers and implications of both. For more information, check out the resources below and on our Instagram page @tsvpod Resources: https://www.aacu.org/blog/dangers-teaching-whitewashed-american-history (https://www.aacu.org/blog/dangers-teaching-whitewashed-american-history) https://blavity.com/whitewashed-history-has-led-to ..read more

Gabriel and Natasha discuss the 4th of July, its history, and how it relates to everyone in the country. Resources: https://www.nationalreview.com/2019/07/fourth-of-july-history-celebrations/ (https://www.nationalreview.com/2019/07/fourth-of-july-history-celebrations/) https://www.state.gov/the-united-states-restores-assistance-for-the-palestinians/ (https://www.state.gov/the-united-states-restores-assistance-for-the-palestinians/) https://teachingamericanhistory.org/library/document/what-to-the-slave-is-the-fourth-of-july (https://teachingamericanhistory.org/library/document/what-to-the-slave ..read more

Happy Pride! The second part of a discussion with Auston, Sofia, and Gabriel on LGBTQ+ history and queer issues, ranging from recent transphobic laws to rainbow-washing and the performative activism behind it. The three will examine queer liberation, pinkwashing, rainbow-washing, and so much more! They will also share words of advice to queer and questioning individuals. For more information, check out the resources below and on our Instagram page @tsvpod :) Resources: https://info.umkc.edu/makinghistory/the-gay-liberation-movement/ (https://info.umkc.edu/makinghistory/the-gay-liberation-movem ..read more

Happy Pride! The first part of a discussion with Auston, Sofia, and Gabriel on LGBTQ+ history and queer issues, ranging from recent transphobic laws to rainbow-washing and the performative activism behind it. The three will examine queer liberation, pinkwashing, rainbow-washing, and so much more! They will also share words of advice to queer and questioning individuals. For more information, check out the resources below and on our Instagram page @tsvpod :) Resources: https://info.umkc.edu/makinghistory/the-gay-liberation-movement/ (https://info.umkc.edu/makinghistory/the-gay-liberation-moveme ..read more

Happy Juneteenth! A discussion with Anisa, Akil, and Gabriel on Juneteenth, its significance, and its recent attention surrounding its status as new national holiday. The three will delve into performative activism, black liberation, and BLM's impact on the newfound recognition of Juneteenth. For more information, check out the resources below and on our Instagram page @tsvpod :) Resources: @lelegenevieve on TikTok https://www.pb-resources.com/juneteenth.html https://www.history.com/news/what-is-juneteenth https://www.nytimes.com/article/juneteenth-day-celebration.html https://www.britannica.c ..read more

Happy Earth Day! A discussion on environmentalism and the climate crisis with our two hosts: Akil and Laura. The two will delve into environmental justice and environmentalism, positive and inclusive environmental movements, fast fashion, the environmental community, progress under Biden, and youth activism. If you would like to get involved or are in search of support make sure to check out these organizations! For more info on these topics visit our instagram @tsvpod ..read more

A discussion on ableism and the community with disability with our host, Anisa, and our guest Madi! The two will discuss what ableism actually is, the appropriate language to use when discussing people with disabilities, and the history of the community, as well as some misconceptions that people have about disabilities. If you would like to get involved or are in search of support make sure to check out these websites! https://www.mda.org , https://www.ada.gov , https://autisticadvocacy.org . Madi Wolff is a high school senior from Phoenix, Arizona. While living with her own disability, SMA ..read more

The second half of a discussion of women in politics with our host, Freshie, and our first two guests, Selam and Alison! The three will delve into the causes and effects of the lack of women in politics, the objectification of women, the intersectionality of race and gender in politics, and how women are perceived versus men. If you would like to get involved or are in search of support make sure to check out these organizations! Black Girls Vote, Girls Inc., YWCA, National Organization for Women (NOW), United State of Women Alison Cedarbaum and Selam Ambaw are two high school seniors from Fle ..read more

The second half of a discussion on beauty standards and empowerment with Natasha and Veronika. Discussions will go into body positivity, body neutrality, and judgement at the workplace. March is also National Nutrition Month so the hosts might touch on dieting and healthy eating habits. You can find more information and content on our Instagram @tsvpod ..read more